Business & Financial Analyst Description of the College Fraser International College (FIC), in association with Simon Fraser University, offers university pathway programs to international students and is based on the campus of Simon Fraser University in Burnaby. FIC is managed by Navitas Limited with colleges in Canada, the USA, Australia, Singapore, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. Navitas is a global higher education organization that has partnered with more than 30 universities for over 20 years to increase access to higher education and prepare international students for future success. Our collaborations accelerate our partner universities’ internationalization goals resulting in a stronger, more diverse international student population; improved academic outcomes; increased global profile for the institution; and sustainable revenue streams for reinvestment in key areas of the university. North American university partners include Simon Fraser University, the University of Manitoba, University of Massachusetts Boston, University of Massachusetts Lowell, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, Richard Bland College of William & Mary, University of New Hampshire, University of Idaho, Florida Atlantic University and Virginia Commonwealth University. Position Navitas is seeking to employ a Business & Financial Analyst to join our North American team in Burnaby, BC. Reporting to the VP Corporate Services, this role will drive the development of business analytics and new business modelling in a newly established Commercial Finance team within University Partnerships North America at their location in Burnaby, alongside the evolution of the business planning processes. About the role The role will work alongside the operational leadership team, including College and Executive Directors, to:
Enhance the commercial business partnering approach with our business units Identify opportunities to improve the core business through performance monitoring and analysis Develop robust commercial modelling for strategic investment opportunities Ensure our business planning processes are robust and well executed Assist in preparing short to long term forecasts, as well as conduct comprehensive financial analysis on financial and operating results
Key Responsibilities
Deliver a robust commercial business partnering approach, ensuring ownership and accountability in place with College/Executive Directors, and financial control paramount Identification of opportunities to optimize the financial and operational position drivers of the business units
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Development of commercial business models to support key business unit commercial decisions and new business development Coordinate and evolve the annual planning processes throughout the division Develop timely and relevant management reporting templates and tools as the business changes, particularly focused on student / volume metrics and marketing analytics Work closely with the Finance Shared Services function to ensure that divisional management accounts are accurate and the evolving business needs/requirements are well understood and planned for Support the divisional growth objectives by providing high levels of financial analysis to both Division and Group
Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience
A degree and/or appropriate professional Accounting qualification (i.e. CMA or CPA or equivalent) At least 5 years working experience with 2 years previous experience in a business / finance analyst or management accounting role, in a commercial environment Strong system and financial modelling / analytical skills Advanced Excel skills Must have high level of working knowledge of Oracle Hyperion Planning and HFM Reporting A strong communicator, with proven ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels and with a range of backgrounds Excellent report writing skills An agile self-starter, who can work collaboratively in ambiguous environments High degree of commercial acumen, with proven problem-solving skills, and the ability to work through complex matters
Desirable Skills
Business Development experience in modelling and presentations Good understanding of processes across a multi-site, complex organization Previous education sector experience
What We Offer Navitas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, and are a values-driven employer.
To Apply Please send cover letter, resume, and 3 references as one file to
[email protected]. Applications may be considered for similar positions. Applications will be accepted until 11:59pm Pacific Standard Time on Sunday, June 3rd, 2018. Successful applicants will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks, which may include a Criminal background check and professional references checks. Please be advised that candidates with the legal right to work in Canada at time of application will be considered.
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